The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11051·Announced 2010-11-23

Bosch Hammer Drills Recalled for Electrical Shock and Injury Hazards

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation is recalling about 20,000 Bosch hammer drills due to a risk of electrical shock and injury from a stuck trigger.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (electrical shock and injury) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation is recalling approximately 20,000 Bosch 1/2 inch 2-Speed Hammer Drills. The affected models include the HD19-2, HD19-2D, HD19-2L, and HD 21-2. These drills were sold at home improvement, hardware, and major retailers nationwide, as well as through various distributors, from September 2009 through August 2010 for between about $140 and $220.

The recall is due to a defect in the grounding system and trigger switch. This issue could cause ground wire abrasion or ground connector failure, posing an electrical shock hazard. Additionally, the switch trigger could become stuck in the "on" position, posing an injury hazard to the user. The company has not reported any injuries associated with this defect.

Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return it to Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for repair. For more information, consumers can contact Bosch toll-free at (866) 244-2110 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.Boschtools.com.

The recalled product

Product
Bosch hammer drills
Manufacturer
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
20,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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